Asset Finance

Asset Finance

Welcome to the asset finance pages

The FLA is the leading trade association for the asset finance sector in the UK and the largest organisation of its type in Europe.

In 2017, our members provided a record £32 billion of finance to the business sector and public services, representing over a third of UK investment in machinery, equipment and purchased software in the UK last year. Of that total, £18.6 billion was provided to small and medium-sized businesses – 12% higher than in 2016 – demonstrating that leasing and hire purchase are vital sources of funding for SMEs.

In this part of the website, members will be able to find out about the current issues affecting the industry and log in to the members’ room to access consultation papers and additional briefing material.

If you are a business customer searching for more information about asset finance, the business customer information section will explain how this option could help meet your investment or growth needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

In 2017, our members provided £32 billion of finance to the business sector and public services, representing over a third of UK investment in machinery, equipment and purchased software in the UK last year.